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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Certification
Languages
Accomplishments
References
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Rebecca Stenshagen

Bournemouth

Summary

A highly resourceful, flexible and enthusiastic chef with experience of maintaining high standards of service and production within the kitchen and other food areas. Good attention to details, organised, professional and reliable. Now looking for a new and challenging job

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Second Chef

Care South
Bournemouth
02.2024 - 10.2024
  • Followed strict health and safety guidelines in kitchen
  • Conducted regular stock counts of ingredients and kitchen supplies, ordering low stocks when needed
  • Prepped and cooked food to 45 residents every day
  • (Breakfast, lunch and supper)
  • Baking cakes and making puddings/desserts
  • Serving food and talking with the residents
  • Managed kitchen operations in the absence of the head chef, resulting in minimal disruption to service
  • Managed the kitchen staff
  • Collaborated with the nurses, to ensure residents receive the best possible food experience
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines
  • Maintained detailed records of patient care, including changes in health status, diet, treatments, and procedures

Second Chef

The Club at Meyrick Park
Bournemouth
09.2020 - 10.2023
  • Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through effective discipline and motivation
  • Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines for an attractive presentation
  • Supervised all kitchen food preparation, operating in demanding, high-volume environment
  • Deep cleaned preparation tables, workspace and floors to reduce hazards and support sanitation requirements
  • Stepped into diverse kitchen roles to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality
  • Disposed of waste, recyclables and out-of-date stock into designated disposal systems
  • Supported head chef with training and mentoring new kitchen team members
  • Monitored food quality, reviewing plating and presentation to maintain highest quality standards
  • Assisted in kitchen closing duties, carrying out sanitation tasks and organising stock for next day opening
  • Received deliveries and assisted with proper storage and stock rotation to reduce spoilage

Commis Chef

The Club at Meyrick Park
Bournemouth
11.2018 - 09.2020

Chef de Partie

Milepelen Hotell og Versthus
Nord-Odal
08.2015 - 08.2018
  • Followed strict health and safety guidelines in kitchen
  • Conducted regular stock counts of ingredients and kitchen supplies, ordering low stocks when needed
  • Prepped foods to be roasted, sautéed, fried and baked
  • Developed high-quality dishes for guests, including starters, mains and desserts
  • Developed menus and created new dishes based on trends and seasons
  • Safely operated kitchen equipment, including industrial size mixers
  • Prepared and cooked high quality food following recipes and menu guidelines
  • Offered right training and optimum guidance to junior chefs and trainees

Chef Apprentice

Milepelen Hotell og Vertshus
Nord-Odal
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Assisted in plating and presenting food before serving to customers
  • Assisted with ingredient prep before starting service, including vegetable chopping and meat butchering
  • Gained experience in a fast-paced kitchen operation as well as ability to work under pressure
  • Collected, stored and disposed of all kitchen waste efficiently, both during and after service
  • Closely monitored chef operations and processes to obtain an extensive understanding of best practices and learn new skills
  • Assisted kitchen staff with all food prep
  • Stayed in line with company handbook, regulations, safety processes and hygiene laws at all times
  • Developed strong understanding of food hygiene practices and kitchen health and safety
  • Consistently rotated dry goods stock and perishable items to limit waste
  • Checked all ingredients for quality and consistency prior to cooking and plating up
  • Successfully managed different dietary requirements around food allergies

Kitchen Assistant

Nord-Odal Care Home
Nord-Odal
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve high-quality, precise plating and presentation standards
  • Kept all utensils, dishes and glasses clean
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation of kitchen stations and storage areas
  • Washed and peeled produce and prepared ingredients and equipment to support kitchen workflow

Education

Higher Education Entrance Qualification -

Skarnes VGS
08.2015 - 06.2016

Certificate of apprenticeship - cookery

Milepelen Hotell og Vertshus
08.2013 - 08.2015

Cooking and waitering - undefined

Sentrum VGS
01.2011 - 01.2013

Skills

  • Ability to work quickly and well
  • Honest
  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Good communication skills
  • Flexible approach to work
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Teamwork
  • Patience
  • Calmness under pressure
  • Good attention to detail
  • Creative

Personal Information

Title: Chef

Certification

Level 3 Award in Food Safety 2024

Enhanced Certificate 2024

Languages

Norwegian
Native
English
Fluent

Accomplishments

  • When I worked at Milepelen Hotell og Vertshus back in Norway I cooked with the Assistant Major in my town in a competition.
  • I participated with the rest of the kitchen team cooking for the king and queen of Norway when they visited our restaurant as a part of their 80th year birthday celebration.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Second Chef

Care South
02.2024 - 10.2024

Second Chef

The Club at Meyrick Park
09.2020 - 10.2023

Commis Chef

The Club at Meyrick Park
11.2018 - 09.2020

Chef de Partie

Milepelen Hotell og Versthus
08.2015 - 08.2018

Higher Education Entrance Qualification -

Skarnes VGS
08.2015 - 06.2016

Chef Apprentice

Milepelen Hotell og Vertshus
08.2013 - 08.2015

Certificate of apprenticeship - cookery

Milepelen Hotell og Vertshus
08.2013 - 08.2015

Kitchen Assistant

Nord-Odal Care Home
01.2011 - 01.2013

Cooking and waitering - undefined

Sentrum VGS
01.2011 - 01.2013

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